Charles Gerding
- Active 1 week, 6 days ago
Charles Gerding started the topic St Louis based riders offering transport in the forum Looking For / Offering Rides 3 weeks ago
We are two RAGBRAI veterans whose team has been hit with injuries and family obligations. Hoping for one or two more riders to share driving our vehicle and gas/beer expenses. Not leaving until Monday. Tent campers. Expectation would be you driving the vehicle to the next overnight town one day. If interested, we can talk more off-line.…[Read more]
Charles Gerding replied to the topic St Louis based team looking for a 4th rider in the forum Clubs, Teams & Charters 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Uncle Kraig: that is correct. We need to ‘shorten’ the week. Hate to miss Saturday and the first ride day especially but that’s the plan needed due to a family wedding. As far as return, we normally head back after the last days ride. We do not plan to spend the night in Lansing.
Charles Gerding started the topic St Louis based team looking for a 4th rider in the forum Clubs, Teams & Charters 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Three 60+ dudes looking for a fourth (or 5th) rider to join our team ride week with us to share gas, beer and help drive a day. We’ve enjoyed multiple RAGBRAIs. Team: That Team from CA and MO. Tent campers.
SUV and small trailer. Need to leave Monday b/c of a family wedding. A chance for a cheaper alternative to charters with a team of…[Read more]
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Covid Concerns in the forum Miscellaneous 11 months, 1 week ago
I plan to, and will encourage my team, to carry hand sanitizer and mask up in larger crowds. We all are vaccinated.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 years, 4 months ago
Much appreciated.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 years, 5 months ago
Thanks for the feedback!
Charles Gerding started the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 years, 5 months ago
Our group has a long drive so we were thinking of a Friday arrival so we could enjoy Saturday. Has anyone heard of any options for tent camping on Friday night in LeMars? Can we count on setting up at the planned sites a day early? Thanks!
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Anyone run 28" tires? in the forum Miscellaneous 2 years, 11 months ago
I’m a 28 fan. Lots of rumbles and railroad tracks on the ride.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Security question (newbie!!) ??Bike Locks?? in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years, 11 months ago
I too bring a small lock. A friend told a story from many years ago about a theft so I thought it better to be safe than sorry.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Vehicle pass not sent in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 11 months ago
Good advice. Thanks!
Charles Gerding started the topic Vehicle pass not sent in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 11 months ago
In putting together the finishing touches on packing, I realized our vehicle pass was not sent. We have a number. Bought and paid for so we are “legal.” My plan is to create a pass using my number. Will that work?
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Gluten free: Food options? in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years, 11 months ago
It’s been my experience that many of the towns you ride through are serving your grill fare….hamburgers, hot dogs etc. You’ll have to go ‘bun free.’ I don’t recall seeing any GF at the many pie stands but I wasn’t asking either.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Showers at designated campgrounds. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 11 months ago
Yes on showers and cost. There was a service last year using a portable trailer that seemed to be at each overnight town. If the campground is at a school they will sometimes open up the building for a shower. Same if their is a community pool with showers. Lots of riders use. Suggest you wear water-proof sandals plus use a little…[Read more]
Charles Gerding started the topic "That Team from CA & MO" has an opening – originating in St Louis in the forum That Team from CA and MO 3 years, 11 months ago
That Team From CA & MO has an opening due to an unplanned medical leave. Five between 30 to 60 year olds. Male. One rookie, rest are veterans of the ride. We drive an SYV and trailer from St Louis. One stop in Hannibal. Then on to Onawa! Plenty of room for your bike and gear. We tent camp in quiet, community areas. One yard secured in…[Read more]
Charles Gerding started the topic That Team has an opening – originating in St Louis in the forum Looking for RIDES 2018 3 years, 12 months ago
That Team has an opening due to an unplanned medical need. Five between 30 to 60 year olds. Male. One rookie, the rest are veterans. We drive SUV and trailer from St Louis. One stop in Hannibal. Then on to Onawa. Have week long pass (hoping you need one too) and plenty of room for your bike and gear. We tent camp in the quiet, community…[Read more]
